Tag: gluten free pancakes

A great mystery to me when I was growing up, was the fluffy pancake. What made it so puffy in the oven? Recently I tried experimenting to make a gluten free version of the fluffy pancake. I love the fluffy or German pancake because it’s one of those quick and easy breakfasts I can whip up on a weekend morning that feels special but doesn’t take too much time. Pair it with my mixed berry fruit salad (See below for recipe), powdered sugar and lemon juice or maple syrup for a delectable treat. If you are feeding a crowd, double the recipe and baked in a 9×13 pan. One pancake serves 2-4 people.

While researching how to make a gluten free version, all the websites recommended against using a flour substitute that DID NOT have xanthan gum. Since all my flour bends already have xanthan gum, I used Bob’s Red Mill’s gluten free oat flour, and it turned out delicious! My husband couldn’t tell it was gluten free, which is my quality control test. Another tip, is use a pre-heated baking dish or cast iron skillet for best results.

I love this recipe because it’s simple, easy and doesn’t require any expensive baking mixes or hard to find flours. It takes 5 minutes to prepare and is nutritious and delicious! Serve topped with powdered sugar, cinnamon and fresh berries!

Easy Gluten Free Crepes Recipe

(Makes 3-4 large crepes)

Crepe Ingredients:

2 oz Light Cream Cheese

2 Large Eggs

1/3 cup Gluten Free Oats

1/3 cup low fat milk

1/2 tsp Gluten Free Vanilla extract

Combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender (I made mine in my Ninja Bullet). Pour batter onto hot griddle prepared with non-stick cooking spray. When batter starts to bubble on the pan, flip crepes over. Leftover batter can be stored covered in the fridge for the next day.